The EU proposes suspending trade preferences with Israel and increasing tariffs on Israeli goods, which may face resistance from Germany and Italy. The plan, announced by Ursula von der Leyen, aims to respond to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza but does not ban trade. It would impose tariffs on 37% of Israeli exports, affecting sectors like machinery and pharmaceuticals. The proposal requires a qualified majority in the European Council, where support from Germany and Italy is uncertain. Reactions are mixed, with some viewing it as a significant political signal, while others see it as counterproductive. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)